We are seeking a skilled and passionate Japanese Cook to join our energetic kitchen team. Our restaurant accommodates 60 seats, offering an intimate yet rapid-paced dining experience. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality, authentic Japanese dishes, ensuring consistency, speed, and exceptional presentation.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation: Prepare ingredients for the sushi bar, hot kitchen, and tempura stations daily.
Cooking: Execute traditional Japanese cooking techniques including grilling (Yakimitori/Robata), frying (Tempura), and simmering.
Plating: Ensure all dishes meet restaurant standards for traditional Japanese aesthetic presentation.
Station Management: Maintain clean, sanitized, and organized work stations throughout service.
Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels, rotate ingredients using FIFO, and minimize food waste.
Collaboration: Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service for our 60 guests.
Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to local food health and safety regulations.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience: Minimum 1 years of experience cooking in a commercial Japanese kitchen.
Technique: Proven proficiency in Japanese knife skills (Hōchōjutsu) and cooking methods.
Efficiency: Ability to work quickly and accurately during high-volume peak dinner rushes.
Stamina: Capability to stand for long periods and work in a high-temperature environment.
Teamwork: Solid cooperative mindset to work alongside sushi chefs and kitchen hands.
Flexibility: Availability to work nights, weekends, and public holidays.